How to Update, Download, and Fix WhatsNew.url

Last Updated: 12/07/2023
[Time to Read Article: 5 minutes]

Internet Shortcut files such as WhatsNew.url utilize the URL file extension. This file is considered a Internet Shortcut (Internet Shortcut) file, and was first created by Allround Automations for the PL/SQL Developer 10.0.2 software package.

The initial introduction of WhatsNew.url released in PL/SQL Developer 10.0.2 was for Windows 10 on 04/26/2013. According to our records, this is the primary and most recent file release from Allround Automations.

Please see below for more detailed information, URL file troubleshooting instructions, and free downloads of different versions of WhatsNew.url.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: WhatsNew.url
File Extension: URL file extension
File Type: Internet Shortcut
Description: Internet Shortcut
User Popularity Rating:
 
Developer and Software Information
Software Program: PL/SQL Developer 10.0.2
Developer: Allround Automations
Software: PL/SQL Developer
Software Version: 10.0.2
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 140
Oldest File Date: 01/13/2020
Latest File Date: 01/13/2020


What are WhatsNew.url Error Messages?


General WhatsNew.url Runtime Errors

WhatsNew.url file errors often occur during the startup phase of PL/SQL Developer, but can also occur while the program is running. These types URL errors are also known as “runtime errors” because they occur while PL/SQL Developer is running. Here are some of the most common WhatsNew.url runtime errors:

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\Program Files (x86)\PLSQL Developer\WhatsNew.url

This application has requested the Runtime to terminate it in an unusual way.
Please contact the application's support team for more information.


Most URL errors are due to missing or corrupt files. Your WhatsNew.url file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with PL/SQL Developer), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, WhatsNew.url file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading PL/SQL Developer, system crash while loading or saving WhatsNew.url, bad sectors on your storage media (usually your primary hard drive), or malware infection. Thus, it’s critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.



How to Fix WhatsNew.url Errors in 3 Steps (Time to complete: ~5-15 minutes)

If you're encountering one of the error messages above, follow these troubleshooting steps to resolve your WhatsNew.url issue. These troubleshooting steps are listed in the recommended order of execution.


Step 1: Restore your PC back to the latest restore point, "snapshot", or backup image before error occurred.

To begin System Restore (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. When you see the search box, type "System Restore" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the search results, find and click System Restore.
  4. Please enter the administrator password (if applicable / prompted).
  5. Follow the steps in the System Restore Wizard to choose a relevant restore point.
  6. Restore your computer to that backup image.

If the Step 1 fails to resolve the WhatsNew.url error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed PL/SQL Developer (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling PL/SQL Developer software.

You can uninstall PL/SQL Developer software by following these instructions (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. In the search box, type "Uninstall" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the search results, find and click "Add or Remove Programs"
  4. Find the entry for PL/SQL Developer 10.0.2 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall PL/SQL Developer software.

If this Step 2 fails as well, please proceed to the Step 3 below.

PL/SQL Developer 10.0.2

Allround Automations

Step 3: Perform a Windows Update.

When the first two steps haven't solved your issue, it might be a good idea to run Windows Update. Many WhatsNew.url error messages that are encountered can be contributed to an outdated Windows Operating System. To run Windows Update, please follow these easy steps:

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. In the search box, type "Update" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the Windows Update dialog box, click "Check for Updates" (or similar button depending on your Windows version)
  4. If updates are available for download, click "Install Updates".
  5. After the update is completed, restart your PC.

If Windows Update failed to resolve the WhatsNew.url error message, please proceed to next step. Please note that this final step is recommended for advanced PC users only.



If Those Steps Fail: Download and Replace Your WhatsNew.url File (Caution: Advanced)

If none of the previous three troubleshooting steps have resolved your issue, you can try a more aggressive approach (Note: Not recommended for amateur PC users) by downloading and replacing your appropriate WhatsNew.url file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free WhatsNew.url files for every applicable version of PL/SQL Developer. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

  1. Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download WhatsNew.url Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate PL/SQL Developer folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\PLSQL Developer\
  4. Restart your computer.

If this final step has failed and you're still encountering the error, you're only remaining option is to do a clean installation of Windows 10.


GEEK TIP : We must emphasize that reinstalling Windows will be a very time-consuming and advanced task to resolve WhatsNew.url problems. To avoid data loss, you must be sure that you have backed-up all of your important documents, pictures, software installers, and other personal data before beginning the process. If you are not currently backing up your data, you need to do so immediately.



Download WhatsNew.url Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying WhatsNew.url to your appropriate Windows system directory. Allround Automations typically does not release PL/SQL Developer URL files for download because they are bundled together inside of a software installer. The installer's task is to ensure that all correct verifications have been made before installing and placing WhatsNew.url and all other URL files for PL/SQL Developer. An incorrectly installed URL file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

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